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Soft Pretzel Bites

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 24 pieces
Calories 150
Delight in these soft, chewy pretzel bites with a golden crust, perfect for snacking or sharing.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1.5 cups warm water (lukewarm, around 100°F (38°C))
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons instant or active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for work surface)
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 9 cups water (for baking soda bath)

Topping

  • to taste coarse salt (or coarse sea salt)
  • spicy cheese sauce or your favorite mustard dipping sauce

Instructions 

  • Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar; let sit 5 minutes until foamy. Add salt, butter, and 3 cups flour; beat 1 min. Add 3/4 cup flour; beat until dough forms, then knead for 5 min. Rest dough 10-30 min.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Divide dough into 6 pieces, roll into 20-inch ropes, cut into 1.5-2 inch pieces. Boil water with baking soda, then boil pretzels for 10-15 sec. Remove and place on baking sheets, sprinkle with coarse salt.
  • Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with cheese sauce or mustard.

Notes

For best results, lightly flour the work surface and avoid over-flouring to keep the dough soft and chewy.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pretzel, snack